Will he stay or will he go? Xabi Alonso has been heavily linked with the Real Madrid job. But despite wanting a decision now, Leverkusen will have to wait for clarity.

Bayer Leverkusen want to end their Bundesliga season with a strong finish to improve the mood in the team after all but ending their title hopes in the past two weeks with two consecutive draws, said coach Xabi Alonso on Friday.

Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso emphasised that he is feeling no pressure to make a decision on his future, despite strong links with the Real Madrid job and consistent pressure from his current club for a "quick solution.